Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Stonehouse

Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Stonehouse
Full-time Term Time Only
September Start
Stonehouse
32,916 - 51,048 per year (dependent on experience)

Are you considering a future career as a Speech and Language Therapist and looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in a specialist education setting based in Stonehouse?

A welcoming and well-established SEN specialist school in Stonehouse is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join their team. This role is ideal for someone interested in developing experience supporting pupils with communication needs and working alongside specialist staff in a supportive environment.

About the Role - Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist

You will work closely with teaching staff and specialist professionals to support pupils with a range of communication and language needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), speech and language delays, and complex learning difficulties.

This role provides valuable experience for individuals who are passionate about communication development and are considering progressing into Speech and Language Therapy in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups within the classroom
• Assisting with communication-focused learning activities
• Supporting pupils to develop speech, language and social communication skills
• Encouraging independence, confidence and engagement in learning
• Supporting structured routines and communication strategies
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and specialist staff
• Promoting a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about communication development and supporting children with additional needs
• Patient, nurturing and emotionally resilient
• Interested in pursuing a career in Speech and Language Therapy
• Able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Adaptable, proactive and supportive in the classroom

Previous experience supporting children with additional needs, communication difficulties, or autism would be beneficial. We also welcome applicants from psychology, care, youth work or support work backgrounds, as well as graduates interested in gaining relevant experience before further training.

What's on Offer

• Supportive and experienced SEN team
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience working with pupils with communication needs
• Collaborative environment working alongside specialist staff
• A rewarding role supporting pupils' communication and development
• Competitive salary from 32,916 - 51,048

If you are looking to gain valuable experience in a specialist setting and take the first step towards a career in Speech and Language Therapy, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your CV to this advert.

Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist - Stonehouse